4.4(21,700)Amazon rating$9.9210,000+ bought last month
Our verdict
This flea and tick shampoo uses active pyrethrin based ingredients to kill pests on contact, and with roughly 21,700 ratings at a 4.4 average, it holds a strong track record as a budget flea treatment for dogs and cats.
Dogs and cats currently dealing with a flea or tick problem who need an active pesticide wash rather than a preventive-only formula.
Skip if
You want a purely natural, pesticide-free flea shampoo, since this one relies on pyrethrins and piperonyl butoxide as active ingredients.
Form Liquid
Weight 1 Pounds
Priced 42% below the category median ($16.99 across 131 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.4/5overall
Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 21,700 owner ratings
Popularity4.7/5
21,700 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
["This 16 oz shampoo is built around active flea and tick killing ingredients, pyrethrins at 0.150%, piperonyl butoxide at 0.300%, and n-octyl bicycloheptene dicarboximide at 0.479%, rather than relying on essential oils or repellents alone. It's labeled unscented and suitable for all life stages, and the packaging notes it's meant for dogs and cats.", "Veterinary Formula positions this as a Clinical Care style product from the Synergy label, meaning it's built to actively treat an existing flea or tick problem rather than just refresh the coat. The nut-free allergen labeling is a useful detail for households managing food or contact sensitivities.", "At $9.92 for 16 fluid ounces, it's priced competitively against other flea shampoos, and it's a genuine bestseller, ranking #5 among all Dog Shampoos on Amazon. Close to 21,700 ratings sit at a 4.4 average, giving it a solid, if slightly more mixed, reputation than some of Veterinary Formula's other medicated shampoos."]
Pros
Active pyrethrin based flea and tick killing ingredients
Labeled for use on both dogs and cats
Unscented formula suitable for all life stages
Nearly 21,700 ratings averaging 4.4 stars
Affordable price for an active flea treatment
Cons
Pesticide based actives mean it's not a fit for owners who want an all-natural approach
4.4 average is a bit lower than some of the brand's other medicated shampoos
Meant for active flea and tick problems rather than ongoing prevention
Specifications
Form
Liquid
Weight
1 Pounds
Performance notes
The active ingredient blend, pyrethrins, piperonyl butoxide, and n-octyl bicycloheptene dicarboximide, is designed to kill fleas and ticks on contact rather than simply repel them. Being labeled for all life stages and nut-free gives it broad usability, though as with any pesticide based wash, following the label's dilution and rinse instructions matters for both effectiveness and safety.
What buyers say
With about 21,700 ratings and a 4.4 average, plus roughly 10,000 bought in the past month, this shampoo has a large and active buyer base, and the slightly lower average compared to Veterinary Formula's other lines suggests results can vary more with flea and tick treatments than with general skin care shampoos.
The formula includes pyrethrins at 0.150%, piperonyl butoxide at 0.300%, and n-octyl bicycloheptene dicarboximide at 0.479% as its active pest control ingredients.
Can I use this on my cat?
The product is labeled for dogs and cats, though as with any pesticide based shampoo, it's worth confirming dosing and safety details on the label before use.
Is this shampoo scented?
No, it's labeled unscented, and it's formulated for use across all life stages.
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